IN 1963

Final figures showed that Lawrence construction totaled right at $3.5 million during 1962, according to building inspector Louis Stone. That total was far below the record year of $7.1 million in 1958, and officials were hopeful of a big upturn in 1963. There had been concern about the 1962 “slump.”

An albino robin found in Lawrence had become the first study specimen of its kind in the extensive Kansas University Ornithology Museum collections. It was considered a highly valuable addition by expert Richard Johnson, who said few other museums could claim “such a prize.”

IN 1903

From the Lawrence Daily World of Jan. 4, 1903: “The state board of education has granted life certificates to teachers in this city as follows: J.O. Majors, Grace Estelle Poff, and institute conductors’ certificates to E.L. Cowdrick and E.F. Stanley, and institute instructors’ certificates to Mrs. A.W. Arnett, Edna Findley, Mary D. Schmalzried, Agnes Ulrich and A.H. King. These are well-earned distinctions.

“The preliminary work in connection with two interurban electric lines between Kansas City, Kan., and Topeka has been almost completed. In a short time, the rival companies will begin finalization work on the roads which will rival each other. (The competition will be interesting to watch.)”